Emergency Vet, Vermont South

Think this might be an emergency?

If your pet is struggling to breathe, has collapsed, is actively seizing, suspected poisoning, or is bleeding heavily, please call us so we can guide you, see your pet promptly, and help stabilise them before deciding on next steps.

Call 03 9968 7771

Walk-in available during business hours
Afterhours service available - Call clinic anytime

When to come in call for Urgent Care

If your pet is vomiting, limping, not eating, suddenly uncomfortable, injured, or behaving differently than usual, don't wait.

Call us, follow the prompts and a vet nurse can help you work out what to do next. It's free, and you don't need to be an existing client.

Call 03 996 87771

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486 Burwood Hwy, Vermont South VIC 3133

Signs your Dog needs Urgent Care

Vomiting repeatedly or unable to keep water down
Diarrhoea that’s ongoing, bloody, or getting worse
Sudden limping, stiffness, or reluctance to move
A bloated or painful-looking abdomen
Eating something they shouldn’t have (toys, bones, medication, food scraps)
Unusually lethargic: quieter, not greeting you, not interested in food
Persistent coughing or laboured breathing
Signs of pain: pacing, restlessness, yelping, difficulty getting comfortable

Signs your Cat needs Urgent Care

Not eating for more than 24 hours (even if they seem fine!)
Straining in the litter tray or visiting frequently without producing urine
Hiding more than usual or a sudden change in behaviour
Rapid breathing or breathing with the mouth open
Repeated vomiting
Sudden weakness, wobbliness, or collapse
A hunched posture or sensitivity when touched

What to expect when you come in to Urgent Care

1. Arrival and initial check

Triage will be carried out by either a vet nurse or vet followed by any key stabilisation steps under your consent to ensure your pet is looked after

f your pet appears unstable (for example, difficulty breathing, extreme pain, or collapse) we focus on that first.

2. History and discussion

We'll ask specific questions about what you’ve noticed: about symptoms, appetite changes, mobility changes, any recent diet changes, toxin exposure, or previous medical history.

3. Physical examination

We will check heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature, hydration, abdominal comfort, joint mobility, neurological responses, and any areas of visible pain or swelling.

4. Diagnostics and decisions

If bloodwork, imaging, or other tests are needed,we’ll always discuss options and costs clearly before going forward with diagnostics and treatment.